H5 Episode 37 / Spring 2020 / by Katie Newell While it’s been said there is no “I” in team, there is most definitely a “Di” in many teams thanks to our new School Tennis Specialist, Diane Brooks. Recently relocating from the beaches of Northern California where she was a USTA NorCal Tennis School Representative,…
H5 Episode 37 / Spring 2020 / by Katie Newell For Kristyn Wykert, Certified Tennis Professional and Assistant Business Development Director at The Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs, using her skills and passion for the game is about doing more than creating better tennis players. It’s about creating a more connected and cohesive community in…
H5 Episode 37 / Spring 2020 / by Katie Newell Bringing the game of tennis to those who may not have had the opportunity before has been a long time passion for Diane Vartuli, recently retired Assistant Coach of Arapahoe High School and a tremendous proponent of the Racquets for All Program. Diane is primarily…
H5 Episode 37 / Spring 2020 / by Katie Newell For Chris Croxton, General Manager of the Denver Tennis Park, tennis is more than a sport. It’s at the core of who he is, and why he’s committed to giving others opportunities to get involved. Receiving free tennis lessons as a 7th grader from coach,…
H5 Episode 37 / Spring 2020 / by Katie Newell Albert Einstein once said, “Creativity is intelligence having fun.” Such is the life philosophy of the Galyardt family, who is finding smart and creative ways to stay together, play together, and bring value to their community during tough times. The Galyardt clan consists of Wes…
It’s not often a world-class player moves into your neighborhood, but Boulder residents are getting used to seeing former world no. 18 Andreas Seppi on the courts, often hanging out at practices and sharing advice with young players. The 35 year-old Italian is still competing on the tour — he’s currently ranked inside the top…
Building a community where everyone feels supported has been a life-long focus for Carolyn Peters. A massive supporter of the role of parks and recreation within our communities, with a special interest in tennis as an invaluable component, her background has given her the passion and the platform to improve the quality of life for…
Mahatma Ghandi has said that, “A thousand candles can be lighted from the flame of one candle…,” and the life of tennis enthusiast and philanthropist, Ben Wolfe, shines with that reality. Ben’s life experience has created a strong core, a solid wick that is the center of his mission to maximize one’s mind and body…
While some people have said that tennis has given their life added value, Ken Caryl’s beloved Director of Tennis, Judy Anderson, said that, ‘quite simply it is the story of my life.’ Her declared love for the game and community that surrounds it is now bittersweet to tennis friends and family alike, as she recently…
Balancing the self-reliance gained from his homeschooled background with a strong desire to support others, Niwot star netter, Neil Wilcox is set up for an extremely bright future. Eyeing a court with interest while visiting a museum, then 8-year-old Neil found his passion quickly when he was given the chance to by his dad to…